I understand, but property and/or sales taxes cover maintenance of public spaces. I don't use public libraries anymore but I don't think users should have to buy a "Library Badge".
It really isn't the same though. The population increases from about seven thousand residents to one or two hundred thousand during summer. That's a huge burden on public works for one, as well on the added burden on police, firefighters and EMT services. Beach fees help to offset those costs.
I understand, but property and/or sales taxes cover maintenance of public spaces. I don't use public libraries anymore but I don't think users should have to buy a "Library Badge".
It really isn't the same though. The population increases from about seven thousand residents to one or two hundred thousand during summer. That's a huge burden on public works for one, as well on the added burden on police, firefighters and EMT services. Beach fees help to offset those costs.